Services
Individual Therapy
Think of your provider as a mirror, giving feedback and tools that help you see yourself from different angles. Together, we can reflect upon what keeps you stuck in your past, then explore ways to make changes in the present, and begin moving forward toward attaining the solace and life satisfaction that you seek.
Couple’s Therapy
As a relationship moderator, your provider observes unhelpful communication patterns, identifies areas of compatibility and incompatibility, and gives recommendations for increasing understanding, respect, and cooperation. Depending upon if you are just starting a relationship, have been together for many years, or you are considering ending your relationship, we can help you navigate the respective challenges.
What you can expect:
We recommend regular, weekly sessions as you begin to explore your current concerns and gain momentum in the change process. This work will require commitment, courage, and vulnerability. In exchange, your provider will be patient, offer guidance, and gently challenge any unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. She will help you process past events and assist you with new ways to interpret unhelpful dynamics to promote personal growth. We will provide you with strategies, techniques, and exercises that will help you find the solace you seek.
Areas of Specialization
Overall wellness
Adjusting to minor and major life transitions
Anxiety management
Depression management
Healing from grief and loss
Health anxiety
Identity development
Increasing motivation and productivity
Insomnia and sleep problems
Relational conflict resolution
Sexual concerns and dysfunction
Trauma Therapy (EMDR)
Comfort comes from knowing that people have made the same journey. And solace comes from understanding how others have learned to sing again.
–Helen Steiner Rice
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Solace Psychological Services taking new clients?
Yes! We are taking new clients (a.k.a. patients) in the state of California that have needs in our areas of specialty and can meet during available appointment times. We cannot meet with clients in crisis because we do not have after-hours availability.
How will I know if I feel comfortable with my provider?
We recommend that you have a free, 20-minute phone consultation to get to know each other. This is a great time to see if you feel comfortable. Use this time to ask any questions you may have about starting therapy.
What are your rates?
Dr. Stephanie Salo’s rates are:
$200 for individuals, 55-minute sessions
$300 for couples, 85-minute sessions
Corporate rates vary based upon the nature of the request.
Kelli Raymond’s rates are:
$175 for individuals, 55-minute sessions
Credit card is the preferred method of payment using a HIPAA compliant vendor.
Does Solace Psychological Services offer a sliding scale fee?
A sliding scale fee arrangement can be negotiated with demonstrated need with the understanding that the rates will gradually increase by 10% annually to reach the full fee.
Does Solace Psychological Services take my health insurance?
Yes, Dr. Stephanie Salo takes MHN or Health Net. We are not currently in-network for any other insurance companies. For insurances that offer "out-of-network" benefits, we can provide a superbill (similar to a receipt) for you to submit to your insurance; depending upon your insurance, they may cover a percentage of the session fee. Please note that we cannot guarantee that your insurance will be able to reimburse you.
What is a Good Faith Estimate?
A Good Faith Estimate (GFE) outlines the expected cost of therapy for the year based on the information discussed at your intake appointment. Your therapist will explain this at your first session, taking the session rate multiplied by the weekly or bi-weekly sessions reasonably estimated to meet your therapeutic needs. The GFE does not include unknown or unexpected costs that may arise during treatment (which would be unusual for therapy). For example, you may be charged more if there are special circumstances, such as the need for urgent or after-hours sessions if a crisis arises. Note, you are not required to attend all of the sessions; the GFE is there to help you understand total costs for the course of your treatment. For more information, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 1-800-985-3059.
Where will we meet?
At this time, we mainly meet virtually using HIPAA-compliant telehealth technology. Please be aware that where the client is located for each session is considered the "location" of services. Because Dr. Stephanie Salo and Kelli Raymond are only licensed in California, they can only meet with you for teletherapy when you are (anywhere) in the state. If you are traveling or move outside of California, they will not be able to meet with you.
How do I begin?
Complete the form on the Contact page, or you can call and leave a voicemail message. Please be sure to leave your phone number clearly and check that your voicemail box is accepting messages.